Officials said an accident involving one of the overhead bayou crossings caused water pressure to fall below 20 psi. The district is asking customers to follow the advisory.

The affected area is west of Gibson East Bridge along Highway 182 beginning at 5773 and along North Bayou Black Drive beginning at 5218.

Officials said the advisory will remain in effect until further notice, but could be lifted by 6 p.m. Sunday. The advisory will be lifted after testing by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals is complete.

Residents in the affected area are advised to disinfect their water before consumption, including fountain drinks, ice making, brushing teeth or preparing food.

To disinfect the water, boil it for 1 full minute in a clean container. The 1 minute starts after the water has been brought to a rolling boil. A flat taste in the water can be eliminated by shaking it.

For more information, call the district at 985-879-2495.

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